Ditching the plastic straw? Try these "strawternatives"

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Jul 11, 2018 at 3:01 PM

One of the ways people all over the globe are becoming part of the movement to eliminate plastic pollution is by refusing to use plastic straws in their frosty beverages. There are plenty of “strawternatives” for home use and for bringing along the next time you're at a spot that's not handing out straws.

One of the ways people all over the globe are becoming part of the movement to eliminate plastic pollution is by refusing to use plastic straws in their frosty beverages. Cities like Seattle have banned plastic straws and utensils at "all food service businesses, including restaurants, grocery stores, delis, coffee shops, food trucks, and institutional cafeterias" and the trend is catching hold with companies like Starbucks vowing to eliminate plastic straws by 2020 or put “straws available upon request” on menus. While there are still some issues to work out -- people with disabilities often need a straw, including a plastic version -- many are also eliminating the use of plastic straws in their own homes. But what if you like using a straw? Don’t get caught strawless!

There are plenty of “strawternatives” for home use and for bringing along the next time you’re at a spot that’s not handing out straws:

Compostable corn plastic straws. These 100% biodegradable, 100% compostable won't disintegrate like a paper straw and are made from plant-based "plastic" to give just the right flexibility without the harmful waste. $11.50 for 200.

We also like the Repurpose compostable plant-based straws which are heavy duty, durable and bendable for easy sipping. $17.25 for 250.

Paper straws are biodegradable and non-toxic. We like these Vintage style paper straws with festive flowers, stripes and dots. $10 for 50

Bring along a durable metal straw. Bent for optimal use, these stainless steel straws come in a set of 10 and with a small cleaning brush. $12

This collapsible stainless steel straw comes in a keychain sized metal container for purse or keychain. Also included is a little cleaning brush for getting that orange pulp out. $15.

We also like this classy glass straw, six to an order in multicolors. These are great for weddings and summer parties and also come with a small cleaning brush.

Go all natural with a set of sturdy bamboo straws. The reusable woodens straws will have you sipping from Tiki drinks all summer long. $13.89 for 20.

These eco-friendly straws are made out of pasta. Long, think hollow macaroni makes the perfect natural, even edible straw. Get 1000 of them for $80 and never run out.

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